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In Mariners news…
- Switch-pitching prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje will continue to explore pitching from both sides but plans to focus on pitching right-handed at Spring Training this year.
- The Mariners are excited to develop their young prospects at third base this season, and don’t plan to sign anyone in their place.
- A new statue has been announced at T-Mobile Park that will honor the record-setting 2001 Mariners team.
Around the league…
- Free agent third baseman Eugenio Suarez has agreed to a one-year/$15 million deal with the Cincinnati Reds. Geno will be missed dearly for his unforgettable contributions in a Mariners uniform over the years, and we wish him the best in his return to Cincinnati!
- In other former Mariner news, free agent first baseman Ty France is reportedly drawing interest from the Arizona Diamondbacks, New York Mets, San Diego Padres, and New York Yankees.
- The Chicago White Sox have acquired veteran RHP Jordan Hicks and pitching prospect David Sandlin from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for RHP Gage Ziehl.
- The Los Angeles Angels have signed outfielder Jose Siri to a minor league deal with an invitation to major league Spring Training.
- The Baltimore Orioles have acquired infielder Bryan Ramos from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations.
- Many notable free agents still remain on the market as Spring Training draws closer.
